A new top of the range MG3 Style+ is now available until 30 June for an initial deposit of just £189, followed by 60 monthly payments of £189. The impressive finance offer launched by MG Motor UK is interest free, with no balloon payment at the end of the agreement and the MG3 Style+ features an upgraded interior that now comes with a leather trim as standard,16” ‘Diamond’ alloy wheels, cruise … [Read more...]
Irish eyes smiling after Severn Valley heaven
Former Pirelli MSA Welsh Forest Rally Champion Connor McCloskey led the Rallynuts Severn Valley Stages from start to finish but it’s Andy Davies who heads the 2017 title chase after three points scoring events. McCloskey and co-driver John Rowan reported a trouble free run through the event’s seven stages in their Ford Fiesta World Rally car and their victory elevates the Irish duo to joint … [Read more...]
Local charities to benefit from Mid-Wales rally
Brettex Site Services – the title sponsor of up-and-coming British rally driver Rhys Yates – is helping this year’s Nicky Grist Stages 8-9 July raise funds for two local charities by generously agreeing to pay for the print cost of the event programme. Money raised by selling the event programmes is split evenly each year between the Tirabad Village Hall and the Brecon Rotary Group – with … [Read more...]
Seb eyes Silverstone silverware
Silverstone Grand Prix Circuit hosts the longest race of the British GT Championship season just a few days from now when the category’s flagship three-hour contest takes place, an encounter in which title challenger Welshman Seb Morris is targeting a realistic return to the top step of the podium. Round six, which takes place at the home of the British Grand Prix on Sunday, will provide a … [Read more...]
PHEVs are favourite for future
The plug in hybrid market is about to be transformed, say analysts. From the imminent launch of 100 new models, favourable incentives, and emission target compliance, to sufficient battery capacity for daily driving ranges and consumer willingness to pay, plug-in hybrid vehicles, or PHEVs, are ready for growth. The research finds that the global PHEV market is estimated to reach about 3.7 … [Read more...]
After the car comes the e-home
Renault and Powervault announced a partnership to re-use electric vehicle batteries in home energy storage units. This partnership will reduce the cost of a Powervault smart battery unit by 30%, helping Powervault to bring home energy storage to the tipping point of mass-market roll-out in the UK. Powervault is placing 50 trial units, powered by second life batteries provided by Renault, in … [Read more...]
TVR will display new model in September
The Welsh site chosen to build the next 200mph TVR series will be announced in two or three weeks, it was stated yesterday. The un-named car was first announced in 2015 and it soon attracted over 350 deposits from TVR enthusiasts. Originally, it was to be a centre-piece manufacturing site on the Circuit of Wales development but that has hit planning and financial issues, and in March 2016 … [Read more...]
Europe prepares sweeping changes for road charges
A big shake up in road charging across Europe is on the way. Transport & Environment welcomed European Commission’s proposal on smart road tolls and its commitment to zero-emission mobility as the Commission also reaffirmed its commitment to set stricter CO2 standards for cars, vans and, for the first time, trucks. These are moves in the right direction, but the real test of the EU’s … [Read more...]
£5.8 Million loan secured Aston Martin deal in Wales
Aston Martin was given a £5.8 Million repayable loan by Welsh Government to set up its new factory at St Athan. The amount was confirmed after the Information Commissioner ordered Welsh Government to release the details following a complaint by a Welsh businessman into the secrecy around the deal. The luxury car maker will build its newest sports car in a hanger which is being converted … [Read more...]
Newslines 5 June
Audi will introduce two advanced new Q SUVs and three e-tron battery electric vehicles while also replacing five ‘core’ models over the next few years. There will be new model generations in five core series, expansion of SUV family, extensive electrification and technology for driverless city cars ready for an initial small series by 2021. The average price of petrol fell by nearly 2p a … [Read more...]